This placement with Circuit Judge Murphy provides students the opportunity to learn from observing and participating in the work of a Circuit Court Judge. Students can expect to work closely with Judge Murphy, assist in research projects, draft legal memoranda, hone and improve their research and writing skills, participate in pre-trial conferences and observe court hearings, all in a true mentorship environment. Judge Murphy sits primarily in New Albany, but also covers cases in the 17th Circuit Court District, (DeSoto, Tate, Panola, Tallahatchie and Yalobusha counties). This is a great opportunity for students to observe and learn the workings of a Mississippi Circuit Court. While students can expect to be exposed to all matters falling under the jurisdiction of Circuit court, a large part of the cases handled are typically criminal matters.
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The Honorable Circuit Court Judge Smith Murphey
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